Philip Estrada

Philip Estrada serves as a Lecturer in the Continuing Education program at Seattle Central College, leveraging over 15 years of professional experience in the fashion industry. He graduated with a BFA in Fashion Design from Virginia Commonwealth University and has held design positions at Jordache, U.S. Polo Association, Express, and currently manages Zumiez's Men's design team in Seattle.

His professional interests span Fashion Design, Couture, and Costuming, with specialized expertise in Denim Design and Embellishment Techniques using sequins, beads, and rhinestones. Estrada's teaching philosophy emphasizes practical industry realities over idealized perceptions, fostering interactive classrooms where students gain realistic insights into fashion business operations through hands-on practice and open discussion.

At Zumiez, he leads the Men's design team while personally overseeing all denim product development, maintaining a passion for high-detail craftsmanship despite working primarily in mass-market design.